Chaihuo Makerspace Upcoming Events

Founded in the heart of Shenzhen’s tech revolution, ​​Chaihuo Makerspace​​ (柴火创客空间) is China’s pioneering hub for collaborative creation, named after the proverb “The fire burns high when everybody adds wood” (众人拾柴火焰高). As a global catalyst for open-source hardware and grassroots innovation, Chaihuo bridges makers, educators, and entrepreneurs through dynamic hands-on events. From AI prototyping to sustainable design, our mission is simple: ​​democratize technology​​ and turn ideas into impact.

So What Happens in Our Vibrant Community​​?

Experience the spirit of “Learn by Doing” at our diverse gatherings:

• Workshops​​: Build IoT devices, train TinyML models, or craft smart textiles—no expertise needed.
• Tech Talks​​: Hear industry pioneers decode trends in AI, robotics, and open-source hardware.
• Hackathons​​: Collaborate in 48-hour innovation sprints tackling real-world challenges.

Most events are free and open to all. Explore our past programs and join our mission to democratize technology through creativity!

​​July-August Spotlight: Free & Future-Focused Events​​

This summer, dive into Chaihuo’s vibrant lineup of ​​mostly free activities​​, designed for all skill levels and ages:

• 🧠 ​​Educator-Exclusive AI Hardware Workshop​​: Empower teachers with cutting-edge AI tools to inspire tomorrow’s innovators.
• 🌱 ​​AIRS 2025 Youth AI Maker Summer Camp (Season 1)​​: Teens build smart devices while mastering AI ethics and prototyping—no coding experience needed!
• 🧊 ​​Smart Fridge Application Design Hackathon​​: Collaborate in 48-hour sprints to solve real-world food sustainability challenges.
  Whether you’re an educator, student, or curious creator, join us to learn, experiment, and connect. Scan the QR code below to reserve your spot—spaces fill fast!
  
  

​​Educator-Exclusive AI Hardware Workshop​

• Time: July 5th, 14:00 – 18:00
• Location: Shenzhen
• Speaker: Rraion
  
  

​​Event Introduction​​

Educators, revolutionize your maker classroom without coding headaches! This July 5th, Chaihuo Makerspace presents an exclusive “AI-Powered Maker Education” workshop tailored for teachers. Discover how natural language commands can generate hardware-ready code instantly, turning your lesson ideas into interactive Wio Terminal projects – from dynamic weather displays to smart menus – while bypassing traditional programming hurdles. Our Seeed Studio experts will demonstrate cutting-edge MCP technology that automates environment setup and deployment, letting you focus on pedagogy rather than troubleshooting.

​​Why This Transforms Teaching​​

In four hours, you’ll gain: 1) A ready-to-use AI hardware project library, 2) Skills to guide students in using AI as a “coding co-pilot”, and 3) Free teaching resources including configuration checklists. Limited to 30 participants, this hands-on session requires just a laptop – we provide all hardware. Walk away empowered to design engaging STEAM courses where creativity, not syntax, takes center stage. The future of maker education starts here, and it speaks your language.

Scan QR code to register:

AIRS 2025 Youth AI Maker Summer Camp (Season 1)

• Time: July 14th – July 18th
• Location: Shenzhen
• Speaker: Rraion
  
  

Event Introduction​​

This summer, young innovators will bridge artificial intelligence with maker spirit through an immersive learning experience at the AIRS 2025 Youth AI Maker Summer Camp. Set against the academic backdrop of Hong Kong Chinese University (Shenzhen), this transformative program empowers students to materialize their visions by combining TinyML edge computing with open-source hardware prototyping. Participants will embark on a journey from conceptualizing solutions for UN Sustainable Development Goals to building functional AI-powered prototypes, all while developing the critical mindset that blends engineering precision with entrepreneurial thinking.

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Program Excellence​​

Limited to just 30 students per session (ages 14+), the camp offers unparalleled access to AIRS scientists and veteran maker engineers who bring real-world R&D insights into the classroom. Through hands-on projects deploying machine learning models on microcontrollers and designing interactive hardware systems, students gain practical skills that transcend traditional classroom boundaries. The curriculum culminates in a showcase where prototypes are evaluated not just for technical merit but for their potential social impact – with top performers earning coveted opportunities including Maker Faire Shenzhen 2025 participation and AIRS Lab membership. Early bird pricing (¥8,800) makes this cutting-edge experience accessible when enrolling before June 1st.

Scan QR code to register:

​​Smart Fridge Application Design Hackathon​

• Time: July 18th (19:30 – 21:00), July 19th (9:00 – 18:00), July 20th (9:00 – 18:00)
• Location: Shenzhen
  
  

Event Introduction​​

That moment when you open your fridge and face expired food odors or struggle to find ingredients is exactly why we’re launching this groundbreaking hackathon. At Chaihuo Makerspace, we believe makers from all fields – not just appliance engineers – can reinvent how refrigerators work. Over three intensive days, eight teams will transform ordinary fridges into intelligent systems using AI vision, robotic retrieval arms, and smart sensors. Imagine a refrigerator that automatically organizes your groceries, warns about spoiling food, and even pre-thaws your steak before you cook – that’s the future we’re building together.

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Why Join This Revolution​​

Selected participants will access professional CNC machines, 3D printers, and pre-prepared fridge samples at our makerspace while competing for ¥60,000 in prizes. Beyond the cash awards, top teams gain collaboration opportunities with leading appliance manufacturers. Whether you’re a hardware engineer designing robotic fetchers, a UX designer reimagining fridge interfaces, or an AI developer creating freshness algorithms, this is your chance to solve real-world problems alongside exceptional makers. Apply by June 26th – just 40 spots exist for this free event that could redefine how the world stores food.

Scan QR code to register:

​​AIRS 2025 Youth AI Maker Summer Camp (Season 2)​

• Time: August 4th – August 8th
• Location: Shenzhen
• Speaker: Rraion

Same as Season 1

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